Purchase Ledger

Octane Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive dealership in London is seeking a detail-oriented Purchase Ledger professional. Responsibilities include managing purchase ledger transactions and invoice processing within a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has previous purchase ledger experience and is highly computer literate. This role offers a salary range of £26,000 – £28,000 and benefits including hybrid working and comprehensive training.

Benefits

Staff Car Scheme

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Virtual GP Access

6 Weeks Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Previous purchase ledger experience is essential.
• Highly computer literate, with confident use of Outlook and Microsoft Teams.
• Experience with automotive accounting systems is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process 15–50 payments each morning by 10am.
• Post cash entries for 11 bank statements daily by 11:30am.
• Match invoices to purchase orders using the Compleat system.

Skills

Purchase ledger experience

Computer literacy

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Tools

Compleat

Keyloop/Drive

Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Purchase Ledger
Location: Toyota Edgware
Salary: £26,000 – £28,000 basic
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (40 hours/week, 1-hour lunch)
Hybrid Working: 2 days from home once trained (Friday office rota 1 in 2)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Join the Finance Team at Toyota Edgware – Supporting Accuracy and Efficiency in Our Accounts Department

We have an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented and highly organised Purchase Ledger professional to join our busy dealership finance team at Toyota Edgware. This role focuses on managing purchase ledger transactions, invoice processing, and payment administration within a paperless, fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Do

• Process 15–50 payments each morning by 10am
• Post cash entries for 11 bank statements daily by 11:30am
• Import P&L and balance reports by 10am
• Process invoices and manage the purchase ledger inbox daily
• Match invoices to purchase orders using the “Compleat” software system
• Handle weekly and monthly car warranty processing (similar to invoice handling)
• Process monthly car benefit invoices
• Support the finance team with ad-hoc administrative and accounts tasks

What We’re Looking For

• Previous purchase ledger experience is essential
• Highly computer literate, with confident use of Outlook, Microsoft Teams, and Excel
• Experience with automotive accounting systems (Keyloop/Drive) is desirable
• Knowledge of the Compleat invoice matching system would be advantageous
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy under time pressure
• Organised and efficient, with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks
• Must live locally to the Edgware area

Why Join Jemca?

At Toyota Edgware, part of Jemca Car Group, you’ll work in a supportive environment with a team of three other purchase ledger colleagues and the Accounts Manager. We invest in our people and offer structured training, a great benefits package, and hybrid working once trained.

Your Benefits

Salary & Development

• £26,000 – £28,000 basic salary
• Full training provided on systems and processes
• Career development opportunities within the group

Car & Lifestyle Perks

• Staff Car Scheme – Drive a new Toyota or Lexus every 6–9 months with no deposit and low monthly payments
• Vehicle Purchase & Servicing Discounts – For you and your immediate family
• Perkbox Membership – Retail discounts, free monthly treats, wellness perks, and more

Health & Wellbeing

• Virtual GP Access – 24/7 consultations for you and your family
• Permanent Health Insurance – Protection in case of long-term illness
• Life Assurance – Providing peace of mind for your loved ones
• Free Eye Test Vouchers – Redeemable at Specsavers

Work-Life Balance & Recognition

• 6 Weeks Annual Leave, increasing with length of service
• Holiday Carry-Over Option – Up to 1 week annually
• Long Service Awards – Bonuses of up to £1,500 and additional leave
• Celebration Gifts – For birthdays, weddings, and new baby arrivals

Financial & Retirement Planning

• Aviva Pension Scheme – Employer contributions and financial wellbeing tools
• Online Pension Portal – Manage contributions and retirement planning
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 confidential support for health, legal, and financial concerns

About Us

Jemca Car Group is one of the UK’s largest Toyota and Lexus dealer groups, employing over 500 people across 11 sites. We’re known for delivering excellence in customer service and for supporting our employees’ development and career progression.

What’s Next?

If you have purchase ledger experience and want to join a collaborative and professional accounts team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today to become a Purchase Ledger at Toyota Edgware with Jemca Car Group.

Reference: INDJEM
Consultant: Michael Smart